March 2002
Continued Imprisonment of Journalist in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-30
Peta Thornycroft, a journalist for the Daily Telegraph and Voice of America, remains imprisoned in Zimbabwe despite no longer being deemed a threat to public…
Journalist Arrested in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-28
Peta Thornycroft, a journalist for the Daily Telegraph, was arrested in Zimbabwe for allegedly publishing false information and inciting unrest under a new security law.…
Zimbabwe General Strike Was Not Successful - 2002-03-22
The general strike in Zimbabwe failed to gain traction amid ongoing tensions from a disputed election that saw Robert Mugabe remain in power. The strike…
President Mugabe's Retaliation Against His Political Rival - 2002-03-21
The U.S. condemned Zimbabwe's indictment of opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai for treason, viewing it as President Mugabe's political retaliation. This development follows the Commonwealth's suspension…
Summons of the Defeated Opposition Leader
Morgan Tsvangirai, the opposition leader in Zimbabwe, has been summoned to court on charges of treason related to an alleged assassination plot against President Mugabe.…
Zimbabwe's Membership in the Commonwealth Suspended
Zimbabwe's membership in the Commonwealth has been suspended due to allegations of electoral fraud in recent presidential elections. Key figures, including Australian Prime Minister John…
Morgan Tsvangirai's Views on Negotiations with Robert Mugabe - 2002-03-19
Morgan Tsvangirai, the opposition leader in Zimbabwe, claims that dialogue with President Robert Mugabe is currently impossible due to government-initiated violence against political activists. This…
Negotiation of Leaders from South Africa, Nigeria, and Australia Regarding Possible Sanctions Against Zimbabwe - 2002-03-19
Leaders from South Africa, Nigeria, and Australia are convening in London to discuss potential sanctions against Zimbabwe's government following allegations of electoral fraud by President…
African Leaders' Negotiations with Robert Mugabe - 2002-03-19
African leaders from Nigeria and South Africa met with Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai to discuss the disputed presidential elections in Zimbabwe. Mugabe was sworn…
Mugabe Swears in for Another Six-Year Term
Robert Mugabe is being sworn in for another six-year term as President of Zimbabwe amid international criticism of his election victory. The EU has condemned…
Robert Mugabe's Oath of Loyalty - 2002-03-16
Robert Mugabe was sworn in for his sixth term as President of Zimbabwe amid allegations of election fraud and repression of opposition supporters. The Canadian…
European Union Summit - 2002-03-16
The European Union summit in Barcelona has begun, involving leaders from 15 EU member states and 13 candidate countries discussing market integration and foreign policy…
Canada Cuts All Financial Aid to Zimbabwe - 2002-03-15
Canada has announced the cessation of all financial aid to Zimbabwe and barred its officials from entering the country due to dissatisfaction with the recent…
Controversial Victory of Robert Mugabe - 2002-03-15
Robert Mugabe has enacted a restrictive press law following his disputed election victory, which has faced condemnation from Western nations. South Africa is pushing for…
Amnesty International Warns of Human Rights Violations in the U.S.
Amnesty International has warned the UN about human rights violations in the U.S. following the September 11 attacks, citing excesses in response measures. The organization…
Kofi Annan: People of Zimbabwe Should Not Resort to Violence - 2002-03-14
Kofi Annan called on the people of Zimbabwe to avoid violence following a disputed election that saw President Mugabe declared the winner. Morgan Tsvangirai, Mugabe's…
Britain Rejects Zimbabwe Presidential Election - 2002-03-14
Britain has rejected the legitimacy of Zimbabwe's presidential election that led to Robert Mugabe's victory, citing voter suppression. The Commonwealth observers have condemned the election,…
President Bush: I Will Not Tire of the War Against Terrorism - 2002-03-14
President Bush reaffirmed his commitment to the war against terrorism and outlined U.S. defense strategies during a press conference. He emphasized the need for continued…
Kofi Annan Urges People of Zimbabwe Not to Resort to Violence - 2002-03-14
Kofi Annan called on Zimbabweans to avoid violence following a disputed election where President Mugabe was declared the winner. Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai rejected the…
Mugabe Secures Fifty-Five Percent of Votes
Robert Mugabe won the Zimbabwean presidential election with 55% of the votes against Morgan Tsvangirai's 41%. The election was marred by allegations of misconduct, which…
Vote Counting in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-13
Independent observers have condemned the recent presidential elections in Zimbabwe as fundamentally flawed, while election officials continue to count votes. The main contenders were current…
Vote Counting in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-12
Vote counting is underway in Zimbabwe's presidential election, with Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai as the main contenders. Welshman Ncube, a senior opposition figure, has…
Long Lines in Zimbabwe for Election Participation - 2002-03-11
Voting continues on the final day of Zimbabwe's presidential election, with long lines expected and significant delays for voters. Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai accuses President…
Election Results in Zimbabwe Unclear - 2002-03-11
The election results in Zimbabwe remain unclear as Morgan Tsvangirai, the opposition leader, casts his vote amid allegations of insufficient polling stations and slow voting…
Voting Period Extended in Zimbabwe
The Supreme Court of Zimbabwe has extended the voting period for a third day due to many voters being unable to cast their ballots. Morgan…
Mugabe's Opponents Demand Extension of Voting Period to Compensate for Delays - 2002-03-10
On the final day of Zimbabwe's presidential elections, long voter lines are anticipated due to high turnout and insufficient polling stations. Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai…
Zimbabweans Welcome Elections - 2002-03-10
Zimbabweans are actively participating in presidential elections, with significant voter turnout as opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai challenges long-time President Robert Mugabe. Despite reports of intimidation…
America Condemns Mugabe's Election Tactics - 2002-03-10
Voting has commenced in Zimbabwe's presidential election amid violent campaigning between Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai. The U.S. has condemned Mugabe's tactics, accusing his government…
End of Election Campaigns in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-09
Voters in Zimbabwe are casting their ballots today in a tense election marked by violence and intimidation. Current President Robert Mugabe is facing a strong…
Election Campaigns in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-09
The election campaigns in Zimbabwe are concluding amid accusations of electoral theft and violence. President Robert Mugabe and opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai are both confident…
Zimbabwean President Says He Will Not Allow Opposition Party to Win Elections
Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe declared he will prevent the opposition from winning the upcoming presidential elections. He acknowledged past negligence but asserted he is now…
Commonwealth Countries Delay Suspension of Zimbabwe's Membership Until After Elections
Commonwealth leaders have postponed the decision to suspend Zimbabwe's membership until after the upcoming presidential elections. The move has faced opposition from African leaders, while…
Elections in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-05
President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe has declared his intent to prevent the opposition from winning the upcoming presidential elections. He acknowledges that his party has…
African Leaders Decide to Support Zimbabwe - 2002-03-04
African leaders have chosen to support Zimbabwe amid attempts by white Commonwealth members to suspend its membership before upcoming elections. The political crisis in Zimbabwe,…
Mugabe Calls for Calm in Elections - 2002-03-04
Robert Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai are campaigning ahead of the March 9 elections in Zimbabwe. Mugabe advocates for peaceful elections, while Tsvangirai promotes racial and…
Commonwealth Heads of Government Conference in Australia - 2002-03-03
The Commonwealth Heads of Government Conference was held in Australia, opened by the Queen of Britain, who emphasized the need for cultural bridges following the…
Resignation of a Zimbabwean Supreme Court Judge
Ahmad Ibrahim, a Supreme Court judge in Zimbabwe, has resigned after declaring the new electoral law invalid, which limited election observers' rights. His resignation follows…
Police Attack Main Opposition Party in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-02
The main opposition party in Zimbabwe has accused the police of violently raiding their offices, resulting in injuries to members. This incident occurs ahead of…